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Marine Equipment

Acoustic & Thermal Solutions for Electric Marine Propulsion Systems

overhead view of a marine vessel with solar panels

Electric motors can reduce much of the noise associated with combustion-driven propulsion, but they do not completely eliminate acoustic or vibration challenges. Supporting equipment and motor mounts can still transmit vibration and noise through the vessel structure. For marine OEMs, that means the design challenge is changing. Engineers must manage the remaining noise and vibration … Read more Acoustic & Thermal Solutions for Electric Marine Propulsion Systems

How Custom Molded Foam Reduces Marine Motor Noise

A small fishing boat with an outboard motor is on the foreground with another boat nearby close to the shoreline.

In this article, you will learn the following: Why coastal and inland waterways have strict regulations regarding noise and distance to keep anyone in proximity safe. How certain foam materials, like polyurethane, help absorb noise effectively for marine vessels, especially the motor, where the majority of the noise comes from. Why custom molded foam is … Read more How Custom Molded Foam Reduces Marine Motor Noise

Enhancing Recreational and Marine Equipment with High-Performance Molded Foam

Back end of a boat with dual engines parked in a marina.

Whether you’re designing boats, off-road vehicles, or personal watercraft, today’s consumers expect more than just performance—they expect comfort,quiet, and durability. To meet these expectations, manufacturers need materials that work harder and smarter behind the scenes. That’s where high-performance molded polyurethane foam from Polymer Molded Products (PMP), a division of Polymer Technologies, comes into play. A … Read more Enhancing Recreational and Marine Equipment with High-Performance Molded Foam